1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 55 L |
