1973 DAF 66 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 293 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | DAF | Reliant |
| Model | 66 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 27 L |
