1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 482 kg more than 1964 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Aspen | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |
