1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1978 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 Mazda RX-01 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | RX-01 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
