1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. Both 1970 Ginetta G21 and 1974 Reliant Scimitar are equipped with a 2,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 319 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ginetta | Reliant |
| Model | G21 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
