1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
