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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 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. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 20 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 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 | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |