1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 1375 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 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 2012 Audi A7 has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Reliant | Audi |
| Model | Kitten | A7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
