1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Scimitar | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |