1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 1602 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
