1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 29 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 696 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, 2010 Lancia Musa, 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Reliant | Lancia |
| Model | Kitten | Musa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
