1999 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Magna | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2150 mm |
