1974 Citroen GS vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1980 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | GS | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
