2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1682 kg more than 1981 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
