1993 Lada Samara vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Samara weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Samara, 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, 1993 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Samara | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Lada | Reliant |
Model | Samara | Kitten |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2150 mm |