2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 192 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Jazz | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
