2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 304 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 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Ypsilon | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
