1992 BMW 332 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 9 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 905 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, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 332 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
