1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1970 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Scimitar | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Reliant | Trabant |
| Model | Scimitar | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
