1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 78 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Scimitar | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
