1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1973 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 228 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 124 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
