1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 1100 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 91 L |
