2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 44 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, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 279 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 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, 2005 Fiat Siena, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Siena | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 816 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
