1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 728 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Reliant | Kia |
Model | Kitten | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |