1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1969 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 542 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Sunny | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
