1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Kitten is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Jensen | Reliant |
| Model | Interceptor | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |
