1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | A 40 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2140 mm |
