1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 342 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Galant | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
