2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 666 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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | C5 | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2001 | 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 | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |