2000 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 363 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Civic | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |