1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant Scimitar | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
Model | Scimitar | 311 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |