1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 846 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, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo 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. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2005 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Reliant | Daewoo |
| Model | Kitten | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
