1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 23 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1045 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 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2003 Nissan Xterra 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. 2003 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Reliant | Nissan |
| Model | Kitten | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
