1970 Opel Record vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 6 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 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 228 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Record | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
