1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | 75 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
