1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 59 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Reliant | Wartburg |
| Model | Sabre Six | 311 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
