1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 16 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), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 975 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, 1996 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Ulysse | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1996 | 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 | 119 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
