1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 597 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Corvette | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
