2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 522 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | S2000 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
