1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1964 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | Lagonda | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |
