1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 18 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Uno | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
