1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 612 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Reliant | Pontiac |
| Model | Sabre Six | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
