1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 62 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Sabre 4 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |