1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Kitten is newer by 14 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 69 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 263 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Sabre Six | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
