1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Reliant Kitten is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G12 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Ginetta | Reliant |
| Model | G12 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 27 L |
