1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 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 17 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 213 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1000 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2140 mm |
