1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 248 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Dart | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
