2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 24 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Kitten. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | F-350 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 27 L |
