1976 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 27 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 183 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant Scimitar | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | P4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
