2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1982 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
