1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Scimitar | Floride |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |