1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 1300 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |