1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1988 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 56 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1988 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 500 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
