2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 342 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Panda | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
