1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 11 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 275 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, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1991 Renault Clio (182 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2470 mm |
