1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1980 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Simca 1100 (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Kitten | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
