1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 959 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Jensen | Reliant |
| Model | Interceptor | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
