1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 474 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 1961 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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 Six (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Sabre Six | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
