1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 27 L |
