1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 1500 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
