1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 656 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Corvette | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 38 L |
