1978 Reliant Kitten vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant Kitten | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Reliant | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Kitten | 146 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |