1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 566 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Reliant | Cadillac |
| Model | Scimitar | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 68 L |
