1961 AC Ace vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 452 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 1981 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | AC | Reliant |
| Model | Ace | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
