1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Kitten (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Kitten | 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2430 mm |
