1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 755 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Campagnola | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
