2006 MG ZT-T vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1963 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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT-T | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | ZT-T | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
