2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 835 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 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Mahindra | Reliant |
| Model | Commander | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2150 mm |
