1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1397 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scimitar | Express |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3429 mm |
