1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar

To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 358 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Reliant Kitten 1995 Reliant Scimitar
Make Reliant Reliant
Model Kitten Scimitar
Year Released 1980 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 39 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 893 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2150 mm 2140 mm


 

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