1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Ford F-150

To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1999 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Reliant Kitten 2013 Ford F-150
Make Reliant Ford
Model Kitten F-150
Year Released 1983 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 40 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.1 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2534 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 5888 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2464 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1928 mm
Wheelbase Size 2150 mm 3683 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 136 L


 

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