1975 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 37 kg more than 1975 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 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Hilux |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |