1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1010 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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Kitten | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87.5 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 | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |