1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 33 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Visa | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |