1962 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 480 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Sabre Six | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
