1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Giulia | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 27 L |
