1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
| Model | Longchamp | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
