1984-1997 Scimitar OverviewReliant Scimitar Overview (1984 - 1997)
1984 - 1997
Tech Specs Summary
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- 99 - 127 mph
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- 7.9 - 13.4 seconds
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- 67 - 133 BHP
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- 31.4 - 34.9 mpg
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- 839 - 890 kg
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- 190 - 210 L
The Reliant Scimitar was produced by the manufacturer Reliant between 1984 - 1997. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are many power levels available from either a 1.3 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 1.8 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Scimitar is the Reliant Scimitar SST 1800Ti which scores 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 133 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 159 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Reliant Scimitar 1400 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 317 miles and can store 210 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 750 kg.