1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Econoline | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2150 mm |
