1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 233 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 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 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Telstar | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Telstar | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |