2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1981 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 24 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 570 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1981 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Morgan | Reliant |
Model | Plus 8 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 1110 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |