1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 58 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sabre Six | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
