1977 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1977 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Scimitar | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
| Model | Scimitar | 311 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
