2005 MG TF vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 383 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | TF | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
