2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 404 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Mustang | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |