1954 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Opel Rekord (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Opel Rekord weights approximately 397 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Rekord | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2150 mm |
