1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 209 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Plymouth | Reliant |
Model | Horizon | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |