1972 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Reliant Scimitar | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | Scimitar | 440 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 47 L |
