1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 124 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |