1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Kitten | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
