1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 220 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
