1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 29 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1388 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
Model | Kitten | Rodius |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |