1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | GAZ | Reliant |
| Model | M-20 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
