1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | 211 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |