1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1688 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Reliant | Land Rover |
| Model | Sabre Six | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
