1963 Abarth 1300 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, both 1963 Abarth 1300 and 1963 Reliant Sabre Six were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1300 (137 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 168 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1300 | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1300 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
