1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. Both 1975 Reliant Scimitar and 1972 Reliant Scimitar are equipped with a 2,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 103 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Scimitar | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 23 L |