1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 14 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 54 kg more than 1962 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Navajo | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
