1966 Fiat OT vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | OT | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
