1976 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Reliant | Lamborghini |
| Model | Scimitar | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
