1985 Audi 90 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1982 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Audi | Reliant |
| Model | 90 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2150 mm |
