1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 590 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:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 1400 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 27 L |
