2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 74 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Sirion | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
