1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1971 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 403 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ginetta | Reliant |
| Model | G12 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
