1971 Renault 10 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Renault | Reliant |
| Model | 10 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
