1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 6 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990, 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, 1986 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | 990 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2150 mm |
