1962 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 114 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Sabre Six | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
