1978 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 28 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 31 kg more than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant Scimitar | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Reliant | Seat |
Model | Scimitar | Leon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |