1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1978 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 1300 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |