1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | A 90 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
