1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Taunus weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Taunus | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2140 mm |
