1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 29 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 117 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
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, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | Maestro | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |