1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1998 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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Reliant Scimitar | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Rover |
| Model | Scimitar | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
