1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
| Model | Scimitar | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
