1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 1300 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 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 |