1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 350S weights approximately 230 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 350S | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Maserati | Reliant |
| Model | 350S | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2150 mm |
