1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound 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 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 296 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | AC | Reliant |
| Model | Greyhound | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
