1963 Moretti 2500 vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1969 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 2500 | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Moretti | Reliant |
| Model | 2500 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2453 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
