1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1983 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Aurelia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
