1970 Opel GT vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 1976 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | GT | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 27 L |
