1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
