1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 822 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Avanti | Reliant |
| Model | Avanti | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
