1960 DKW Junior vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior 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 75 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 116 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | DKW | Reliant |
| Model | Junior | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
