1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1065 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2001 Lancia Zeta 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. 2001 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Reliant | Lancia |
| Model | Kitten | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
