1979 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 705 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant Scimitar | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
