1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Reliant |
Model | 323 | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |