2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (110 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | GT 40 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
