1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kitten | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
