1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 372 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | X1-9 | GTC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
