2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 43 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2059 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Ranger | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
