2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Strada | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
