1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar

To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 5 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.

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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1981 Reliant Scimitar
Make Jaguar Reliant
Model XK Scimitar
Year Released 1952 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 68.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2640 mm


 

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