1995 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 367 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | NSX | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
