1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 24 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Y10 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
