1992 Peugeot 205 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Because 1961 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 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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 Six (186 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (115 Nm). This means 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 205 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 205 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
