1994 Ford Royale vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1994 Ford Royale is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale, 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, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Royale | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
