1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 858 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, 2009 Seat Leon, 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon 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 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Reliant | Seat |
Model | Sabre 4 | Leon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |