1980 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1421 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, 2013 Honda Pilot, 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2013 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Reliant | Honda |
| Model | Kitten | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
