2008 Opel Omega vs. 1982 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 794 kg more than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 1982 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Omega | Kitten |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
