1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | A 70 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 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 Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |
