1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 14 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Reliant |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
