1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 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, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
Model | Charmant | Kitten |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2150 mm |