1962 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 194 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, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Sabre Six | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
