2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
Model | Discovery | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |