1982 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1435 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Reliant | Porsche |
Model | Kitten | Panamera |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2920 mm |