1997 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 96 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
