1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 133 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | GT | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2140 mm |
