1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 178 kg more than 1964 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Sabre Six | Equator |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
