1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 684 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Jalpa | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
