1960 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | 7 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
