1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1961 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 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 204 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
