1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 714 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 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Dakota | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |