2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1980 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1980 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Kitten. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant Kitten has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant Kitten will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 1980 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
Model | XJ | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 27 L |