1962 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 45 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP) has 392 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Reliant | Ascari |
| Model | Sabre Six | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2636 mm |
