1988 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1988 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 186 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Reliant Scimitar | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| 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 | 846 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2140 mm |
