1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 12 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Sabre 4 | Publica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |