1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 12 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 525 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Kitten | Vento |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |