1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 832 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Reliant | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
