1973 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 36 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 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Reliant Scimitar | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
