1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 233 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
