1980 Reliant GTC vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Because 1980 Reliant GTC 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 1980 Reliant GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant GTC | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Reliant | Kia |
| Model | GTC | Carens |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
