1969 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. 1983 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Reliant Scimitar | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Scimitar | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |