2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 27 L |
