1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 653 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lotus | Reliant |
| Model | Europa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |
