2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 995 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 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan NP300 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | NP300 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |