1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 124 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
