2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 27 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1980 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 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia K2700 | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Kia | Reliant |
Model | K2700 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |