2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1300 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.
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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Infiniti | Reliant |
| Model | FX | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 27 L |
