1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1965 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Reliant |
| Model | CV-8 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
