1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Fiat 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 600 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |