1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1979 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1979 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | 600 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2150 mm |
