1970 Moretti 850 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 146 kg more than 1970 Moretti 850. 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti 850 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Moretti | Reliant |
| Model | 850 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
