1969 Reliant Rebel vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 673 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Rebel | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Reliant | Ascari |
| Model | Rebel | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
