1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, both 1979 Reliant Scimitar and 1979 Seat Ritmo were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo, 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, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant Scimitar | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Reliant | Seat |
Model | Scimitar | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |