1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 355 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
Model | Sprint | Kitten |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2150 mm |