1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 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 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 504 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |
