1976 Datsun Violet 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 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun Violet (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun Violet should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1976 Datsun Violet (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Datsun | Reliant |
| Model | Violet | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
