2001 Proton 400 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 40 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 35 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 154 kg more 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, 2001 Proton 400, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Proton | Reliant |
| Model | 400 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
