1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alpine | Reliant |
| Model | A 108 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
