1962 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 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 21 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 138 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
