1948 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 103 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Morris | Reliant |
Model | Minor | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2140 mm |