1983 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Reliant | Audi |
Model | Scimitar | A4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2809 mm |