1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Reliant | Chrysler |
| Model | Kitten | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
