1959 Holden FC vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 316 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | FC | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |