1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 850 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Camry |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |