1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | Sabre Six | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
