2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | Viano | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
