1977 Reliant Kitten vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Reliant Kitten | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
