1969 Moretti SS vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti SS | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Moretti | Reliant |
| Model | SS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
