1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Reliant Kitten is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 895 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Kitten (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Kitten should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Because 1976 Reliant Kitten is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | DKW | Reliant |
| Model | F 93 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2150 mm |
