1963 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 593 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
