1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 52 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 794 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.
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 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Reliant | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sabre Six | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
