1976 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
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, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Audi | Reliant |
Model | 100 | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |