1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1247 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest 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 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Sabre Six | Quest |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
