1977 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Scimitar | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
