1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 9 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 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 838 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.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Espada | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
