2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 53 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ascari | Reliant |
| Model | Ecosse | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
