1961 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 182 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.
Because 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 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 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Sabre 4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |