1987 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1982 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 1982 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Accord | Kitten |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |