1956 Porsche 550 A vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 550 A | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 550 A | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
