2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Viper | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
