1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1998 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 90 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |