1996 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scimitar | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
