1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 15 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 760 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, 1998 Saab 900i, 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Reliant Kitten | 1998 Saab 900i | |
Make | Reliant | Saab |
Model | Kitten | 900i |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |