1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 195 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Reliant | Simca |
Model | Kitten | 1000 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |