1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 50 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Reliant | Kia |
| Model | Sabre Six | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
