1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1983 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Diablo | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 27 L |
