1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | 990 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2290 mm |
