1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 660 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Reliant Kitten | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
Model | Kitten | Liana |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2490 mm |