2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 902 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Frontera | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
