1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 222 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Ascona | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
