1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 156 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Mini | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2290 mm |
