1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 605 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 Suzuki SX4, 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 Suzuki SX4 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
Model | Kitten | SX4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |