1969 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Scimitar | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
