1977 Toyota Publica vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Publica | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Toyota | Reliant |
| Model | Publica | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
