1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | Arna | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2150 mm |
