1988 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 1988 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 431 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. 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, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Reliant Scimitar | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | Scimitar | 360 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 1810 mm |