1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | MK IX | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
