1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 383 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Tipo | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |