1996 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Opa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |