1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 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 49 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Sabre Six | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
