1961 BMW 502 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 502 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1982 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:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 502 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
