1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1980 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 130 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
