1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 59 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 346 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
