1974 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Reliant Scimitar | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
