1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1973 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 534 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Morgan | Reliant |
| Model | 4 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
