1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 14 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 450 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Reliant |
| Model | 33 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
