1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Giulia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
