2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 17 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), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ascari | Reliant |
| Model | KZ1 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 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 | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2640 mm |
