2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Lotus | Reliant |
| Model | Elise | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
