2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | 1400 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |