2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 822 kg more than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sorento | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
