1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 984 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Blazer | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |