1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II 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 15 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK II | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | MK II | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |
