1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 827 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Berkeley | Reliant |
| Model | B 95 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 23 L |
