1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1971 Nissan Cedric and 1971 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Cedric | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
