1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1121 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Kitten | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
