1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 13 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 490 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, 1996 Volvo 440, 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Reliant | Volvo |
Model | Kitten | 440 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |