1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 532 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, 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, 1978 Renault 18 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Reliant | Renault |
Model | Kitten | 18 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |