1946 Austin 16 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | 16 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |