1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | 15 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
