1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1983 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Panda weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Panda, 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, 1975 Reliant Kitten (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Panda | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
