2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1280 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.
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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Ranger | Kitten |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 27 L |