1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Toyota | Reliant |
| Model | Corolla | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
