1971 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 8 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Reliant Scimitar | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
