1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 is newer by 24 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 90 weights approximately 312 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 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 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 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 90, 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, 1985 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Reliant | Saab |
| Model | Sabre 4 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
