1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special 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 69 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | FB Special | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
