1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 570 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, 1971 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Reliant | Skoda |
Model | Kitten | 1202 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2690 mm |