1978 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant Scimitar | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Reliant | Simca |
Model | Scimitar | 1200S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |