1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 655 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, 1974 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Kitten | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2540 mm |