The Sipani Dolphin, launched in 1982, was a compact hatchback manufactured by Sipani Automobiles Ltd in Bangalore, India. The Dolphin, which was based on the UK's Reliant Kitten, was notable for having a fibreglass body, which made it lightweight and resistant to rusting. Its design was compact and sporty, with a two-door configuration, sloping rear hatch, and a simplistic yet forward-looking aesthetic for early 1980s India. An 848 cc four-cylinder petrol engine with rear-wheel drive was installed in the front. The fibreglass panels created problems with durability and repair even though they assisted in lowering production costs and vehicle weight. The fibreglass body was attached to a steel frame that served as the chassis. The interiors were basic, with functional instrumentation and modest fabric or vinyl seating. The Dolphin is still a fascinating episode in Indian automotive history, despite its commercial struggles brought on by a lack of dealer backing and the market's reluctance to accept non-metal bodies.