1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 30 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
| Model | Scimitar | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 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 |
