1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1964 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 887 kg more than 1964 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 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | MK X | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
