1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 10 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1991 Renault 4, 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 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
