1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2440 mm |
