1996 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Reliant Scimitar | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | Scimitar | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2140 mm |
