1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 504 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
