1971 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Reliant Scimitar | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |