1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 617 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Aerostar | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
