1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 377 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Berline | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |