1977 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 285 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 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Kadett | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
