2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 26 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lotec | Reliant |
| Model | C 1000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
