1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 51 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 536 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, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke 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 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Reliant | Nissan |
Model | Sabre 4 | Juke |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |