1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | 2000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 23 L |
