2001 Kia Retona vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Retona | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
