1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 673 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Reliant | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Scimitar | CCX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
