1958 Alvis TD vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alvis | Reliant |
| Model | TD | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
