1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 30 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 597 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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Reliant | Honda |
Model | Kitten | Fit |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |