1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1972 Reliant Rebel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six 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 77 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 223 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Sabre Six | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
