1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scimitar | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
