1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1229 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Reliant | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
