1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Rover P6. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | P6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
