1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1976 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1976 Reliant Kitten is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 655 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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Reliant Scimitar | 1976 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | Reliant | Reliant |
Model | Scimitar | Kitten |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 27 L |