1988 Morgan 4 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 72 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Morgan | Reliant |
| Model | 4 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
