1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 696 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | Sabre Six | Legacy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |