1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Peugeot 404 | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 404 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |
