1962 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 27 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 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 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19, 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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Sabre 4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 115 L |
