1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
Model | Mangusta | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 531 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |