2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2105 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 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | F-250 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 27 L |
