1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 885 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, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 2001 Opel Zafira 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. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Reliant | Opel |
| Model | Kitten | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
