1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1996 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
| Model | Deauville | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
