1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Caprice | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
