1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 1400 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
