1948 Holden FX vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 330 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | FX | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
