1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | W 111 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
