2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | B2500 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
