1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Reliant | TVR |
Model | Scimitar | Griffith |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |