1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 583 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Scimitar | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
