1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 705 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
