1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe 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 109 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 1985 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti Coupe has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Moretti | Reliant |
| Model | Coupe | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
