1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 43 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. 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, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 356 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2140 mm |
