1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 665 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Laurel | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2150 mm |
