1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1977 Reliant Kitten is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini, 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 Innocenti Mini (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Mini | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
