1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 816 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Reliant | Ford |
Model | Sabre Six | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |