1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 875 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Humber | Reliant |
| Model | Pullman | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
