1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | Scimitar | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 150 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
