1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 420 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 1981 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 1981 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Sentra | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | Sentra | Kitten |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2150 mm |