1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 99 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 27 L |