1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 715 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Reliant Kitten | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |