1970 Reliant Rebel vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Reliant Rebel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1970 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Rebel | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
| Model | Rebel | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
