1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | 2CV | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 38 L |
