1975 Peugeot 504 vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 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 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 504 | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 504 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |
