1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 716 kg more than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Campagnola | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
