1971 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. 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 49 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Scimitar | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | 131 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
