2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | Boxster | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 27 L |
