2008 BMW 116 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 116 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
