1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 522 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Familia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
