2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Express | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| 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 | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
