2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Milan | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
