2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Familia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
