1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1973 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 100 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 594 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Scimitar | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Reliant | ZAZ |
| Model | Scimitar | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
