1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1964 Seat 1500
To start off, 1981 Reliant Kitten is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Seat 1500 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 1964 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Kitten | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
