1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 72 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Reliant Scimitar | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Reliant | Smart |
Model | Scimitar | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 1820 mm |