1998 Nissan Serena vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 34 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 382 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Serena | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
