1981 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1378 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | Kitten | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2774 mm |
