2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 437 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Premacy | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
