2007 BMW 323 vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 25 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 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 989 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.
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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 323 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 846 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
