1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 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 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Ritmo | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 27 L |
