1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Reliant | MG |
| Model | Scimitar | Midget |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2032 mm |
