1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1962 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Caprice | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |