2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Drifter | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
