1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Galant | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
