2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1980 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1983 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1983 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Land Rover | Reliant |
| Model | Range Rover | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 27 L |
