1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 846 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Reliant | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Kitten | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2110 mm |
