1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Renault Twingo is newer by 14 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Twingo weights approximately 280 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, 1994 Renault Twingo, 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, 1994 Renault Twingo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 1994 Renault Twingo 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. 1994 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
