2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Panda | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
