2006 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 730 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 1983 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Honda | Reliant |
Model | Civic | Kitten |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |