1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 987 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Daimler | Reliant |
Model | One-O-Four | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2140 mm |