1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 285 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Peugeot 203 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
Model | 203 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |