1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 113 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Sabre Six | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
