1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 28 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 924 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 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Kitten | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
