2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Because 1963 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2, 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | C2 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
