1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 468 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, 1964 Reliant Scimitar (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Reliant | Reliant |
| Model | Scimitar | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2150 mm |
