1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1982 Reliant Kitten is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 525 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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 1981 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Reliant | Isuzu |
| Model | Kitten | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
