1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1963 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 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Cordoba | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |
