1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Reliant Kitten is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 205 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.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 64 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Reliant | Talbot |
| Model | Kitten | Samba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2350 mm |
