1983 Reliant Kitten vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 2121 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 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Reliant Kitten | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Reliant | Infiniti |
| Model | Kitten | QX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3075 mm |
