2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 42 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 459 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | HR-V | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
