1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Reliant Kitten | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Reliant | Mitsubishi |
Model | Kitten | Magna |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2600 mm |