1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 27 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, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Reliant Scimitar | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Scimitar | Spider |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |