2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Caterham | Reliant |
Model | 7 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |