1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (180 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster 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, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Corvette | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |