1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 505 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, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Reliant | Holden |
| Model | Kitten | Camira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2580 mm |
