1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 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 Isuzu Florian (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Florian | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
