1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | 818 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
