1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1975 Renault 12

To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.

Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Reliant Sabre Six 1975 Renault 12
Make Reliant Renault
Model Sabre Six 12
Year Released 1961 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 77 mm
Top Speed 179 km/hour 143 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 56 L


 

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