1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1973 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1973 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3710 mm |
