1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 14 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Rasheen | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2150 mm |
