1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 154 kg more than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Monaro | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
