1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Moretti 500 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Moretti | Reliant |
| Model | 500 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2140 mm |
