2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Mustang | Kitten |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 27 L |