1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 804 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar Type S | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | Type S | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |