1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 40 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |