2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Caterham | Reliant |
| Model | Beaulieu | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 23 L |
