1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1984 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 90 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |