2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 503 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Jensen | Reliant |
Model | SV-8 | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |