1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | Sunny | Kitten |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2150 mm |