1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
