1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 427 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1998 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Reliant Scimitar | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | Altea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
