1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 373 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Reliant | Triumph |
| Model | Sabre Six | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
