1962 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1976 Renault 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Sabre Six | 12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 906 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 |
