2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1541 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 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Ram | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2150 mm |
