1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 62 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Reliant | Smart |
| Model | Scimitar | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 33 L |
