1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 770 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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Auris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
