1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 654 kg more than 1964 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sabre Six | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 498 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
