1954 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1977 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. 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, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 1977 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | AC | Reliant |
| Model | Aceca | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
