1961 AC Ace vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 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), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 487 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | AC | Reliant |
| Model | Ace | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1300 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 |
