2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 304 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Mustang | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 23 L |
