1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. 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 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | Scimitar | 110 L |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |