1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 395 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 1993 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Reliant | Suzuki |
| Model | Kitten | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2490 mm |
