1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Reliant | MG |
| Model | Scimitar | MGA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
