1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 49 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 906 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Reliant | Ford |
| Model | Sabre Six | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
