1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Calibra | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
