2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | RX-8 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
