1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1985 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
