1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 197 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 133 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2140 mm |
