1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 695 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Kitten | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Reliant | Mini |
| Model | Kitten | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
