2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
