1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar 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 (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
