1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 25 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1265 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 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Reliant | Tata |
| Model | Kitten | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2425 mm |
