1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Griffith weights approximately 262 kg more than 1963 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Sabre Six | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
