1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 680 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 1976 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 600 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 27 L |
