1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 261 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 126 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2140 mm |
