1983 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 109 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1994 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Civic | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 894 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 |
