1979 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 263 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2010 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Reliant | Hyundai |
Model | Kitten | Atos |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |