2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 995 kg more than 1979 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Dodge | Reliant |
Model | Dakota | Kitten |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2150 mm |