1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1986 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
