1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 14 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 19 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | 160 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
