1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 365 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, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Reliant |
| Model | Bagheera | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2150 mm |
