1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 93 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Alfasud | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
