1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 726 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Reliant | Steyr |
| Model | Scimitar | 700C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1950 mm |
