1966 Morris Minor vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1966 Morris Minor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Minor weights approximately 3 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
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, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morris Minor | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Morris | Reliant |
Model | Minor | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |