2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 837 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
