1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (145 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Reliant |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
