1979 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 849 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten. 2011 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Avensis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |