1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | Station Wagon | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2140 mm |
