1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 117 kg more than 1997 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 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Bluebird | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
