1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1986 Italdesign Machimoto and 1986 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1986 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 1986 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto, 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Italdesign | Reliant |
| Model | Machimoto | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
