1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 485 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | 10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 38 L |
