1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 713 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
Model | Lumina | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |