1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 412 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | 8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
