1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Kitten is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1983 Reliant Kitten (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Kitten will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Minica | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2150 mm |
