1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T 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 (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 800 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Reliant | Steyr |
| Model | Scimitar | 650T |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1850 mm |
