1966 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1978 Reliant Kitten is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 915 kg more than 1978 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1978 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | DS | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 27 L |
