1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 36 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Festiva | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |