1987 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 264 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Reliant Scimitar | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
