1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 757 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, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Gloria | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Gloria | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2150 mm |
