1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 28 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1270 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 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Reliant | Holden |
| Model | Kitten | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
