1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 95 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |