1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 742 kg more than 1964 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Reliant |
| Model | Cutlass | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
