1976 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 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 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant Scimitar | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
