1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
Model | L 200 | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2150 mm |