1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Reliant | Aston Martin |
Model | Kitten | DB6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |