1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Scorpio | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
