1978 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant Scimitar | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
