1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 33 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | SZ | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
