1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1975 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1975 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Reliant | Chrysler |
| Model | Scimitar | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
