1984 Citroen BX vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 93 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, 1984 Citroen BX, 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, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | BX | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
