2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
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2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Daewoo | Reliant |
Model | Matiz | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |