1962 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 474 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | AC | Reliant |
Model | Aceca | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 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 | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 27 L |