1977 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1977 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Scimitar | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
