1988 Citroen CX vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 27 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen CX, 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | CX | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
