1981 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar

To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 102 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Honda Civic 1985 Reliant Scimitar
Make Honda Reliant
Model Civic Scimitar
Year Released 1981 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1333 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 785 kg 887 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2140 mm


 

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