1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 39 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Sabre Six | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
