1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, 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, 1981 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Austin | Reliant |
| Model | Allegro | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2150 mm |
