1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Kitten weights approximately 159 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1981 Reliant Kitten 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 1981 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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, 1981 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Berkeley | Reliant |
Model | QB | Kitten |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 27 L |