1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 7 kg more than 1954 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 1954 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scimitar | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
