2008 MG TF vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 645 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, 2008 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | MG | Reliant |
| Model | TF | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 27 L |
