1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 71 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1964 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Reliant | Fiat |
| Model | Scimitar | Siena |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
