1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 26 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Twingo weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Renault Twingo, 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, 2007 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Kitten | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
