1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2750 mm |
