2004 Opel Trixx vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Trixx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Trixx (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Trixx weights approximately 315 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 Opel Trixx, 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 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Trixx | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Trixx | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 27 L |
