1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Reliant | Ascari |
Model | Scimitar | A10 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2636 mm |