1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Jensen | Reliant |
| Model | Interceptor | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |
