1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 67 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Sabre 4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
