2006 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
