2003 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1540 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 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | F-150 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2150 mm |
