1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 16 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1255 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, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
Model | Satellite | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2150 mm |