1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 616 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
