1978 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 1984 Zastava 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar 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 102 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Zastava 750. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant Scimitar | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Reliant | Zastava |
| Model | Scimitar | 750 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
