1995 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 34 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 442 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | Niva | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
