2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 596 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | Compass | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
