1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 49 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 217 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Caimano | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
