1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Cherry | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
