1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. 1978 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Cala has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Cala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Cala | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
