1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 142 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.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | Sabre 4 | Leone |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |