1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 880 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | Kitten | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |