1980 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Scimitar | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
