1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 505 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |
