2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Sentra | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
