1962 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 28 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Reliant | Skoda |
| Model | Sabre 4 | L |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
