1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1989 Subaru Rex is newer by 6 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Rex weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
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, 1989 Subaru Rex, 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, 1983 Reliant Kitten (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | Kitten | Rex |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2260 mm |
