2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 44 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | E-150 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
