1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 33 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 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 19 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | Vivace | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |