2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 807 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
