2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 721 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | Tucson | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
