1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Publica (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Publica weights approximately 149 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2170 mm |
