2009 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 261 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1972 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 1972 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Civic | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
