1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
Model | Kitten | Polo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2340 mm |