1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 164 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Daimler | Reliant |
Model | Conquest | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |