1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 850 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
