1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4

To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 34 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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 96 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. 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 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Reliant Scimitar 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
Make Reliant Reliant
Model Scimitar Sabre 4
Year Released 1997 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 893 kg 797 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2140 mm 2290 mm


 

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