1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six

To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 32 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 633 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 834 kg more than 1961 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
Make Lotec Reliant
Model Testa de Oro Sabre Six
Year Released 1993 1961
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2553 cc
Horse Power 742 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Top Speed 347 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 816 kg


 

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