1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 605 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. 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, 1969 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 126 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
