1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alpine | Reliant |
| Model | V6 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
