1975 Ford Torino vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 757 kg more than 1995 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Torino | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |