1973 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1973 Citroen DS and 1973 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 16 kg more than 1973 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1973 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | DS | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |