1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1980 Fiat 127 and 1980 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 127 | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 127 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |