1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 247 kg more than 1996 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
Model | Alfetta | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |