2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 957 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Nitro | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
