1963 Reliant Sabre 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 535 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Sabre 4 | Camry |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |