1957 MG MGA vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | MGA | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
