1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 142 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Sabre Six | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |