1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 263 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1300 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2140 mm |
