2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Because 1980 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 1980 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Corsa | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |
