1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 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 20 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 464 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Berlingo | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |