1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Flaminia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
