2012 Honda Insight vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Insight | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
