1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 17 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Vivio weights approximately 110 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, 1998 Subaru Vivio, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Kitten | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2320 mm |
