1957 Ford 17M vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | 17M | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
