2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4

To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 395 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.

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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
Make Mazda Reliant
Model MX-5 Miata Sabre 4
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1702 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1192 kg 797 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 38 L


 

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