1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 100 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Reliant | Rover |
Model | Scimitar | P4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |