1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 309 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 750 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
