1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 30 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 408 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, 2011 Hyundai i10, 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, 2011 Hyundai i10 (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Reliant | Hyundai |
| Model | Kitten | i10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2380 mm |
