1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 575 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Mercury | Reliant |
Model | Capri | Kitten |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2150 mm |