1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Reliant SE6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. Both 1978 Reliant SE6 and 1973 Reliant Scimitar are equipped with a 2,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1973 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant SE6 | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | SE6 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |