1976 Holden Torana vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 57 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | Torana | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |