1959 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 522 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, 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 Six (185 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | DS | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
