1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1978 Reliant Kitten is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 256 F1 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 27 L |
