2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 17 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2000 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | Saxo | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |
