1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 33 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1394 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Reliant | Dodge |
| Model | Kitten | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
