1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 669 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Sabre Six | Caldina |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |