1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 88 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mustang | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
