2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | S2000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
