1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scimitar | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
