1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | 211 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
