1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 33 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 634 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.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Kappa | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
