2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 594 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.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
