2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 430 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 1983 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 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Punto | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
