1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 38 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 684 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GAZ 3111 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | GAZ | Reliant |
Model | 3111 | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |