1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 352 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Reliant Kitten. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3, 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, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | IM 3 | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2150 mm |
