1954 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 68 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Morris | Reliant |
| Model | Minor | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2140 mm |
