1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1962 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Reliant | MG |
| Model | Scimitar | MGA |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2390 mm |
