2001 Honda City vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, 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, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | City | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
