1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1171 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Kitten | Sharan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |