1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 222 kg more than 1997 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | Monaro | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |