1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 504 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
