1990 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (75 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Reliant Scimitar (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Reliant Scimitar | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | Juva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2360 mm |
