2009 BMW 125 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 1050 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, 2009 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 125 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 27 L |