1973 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Rekord | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Rekord | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
