1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
Model | Alfa 6 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |