1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 47 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 24 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
